What is the HP AI PC?

The HP AI PC is a computer that has been specially designed to run AI applications more efficiently. Whilst traditional laptops rely primarily on their processor (CPU) to carry out tasks, an AI PC features an additional component developed specifically for artificial intelligence: the NPU.

Thanks to this extra processing power, an AI PC can handle certain AI tasks locally, directly on the device itself. This makes AI functions faster, reduces reliance on cloud platforms, and extends battery life.

That might sound technical, but in practice, you'll notice it most in the user experience:

• AI features respond faster.
• Online meetings are running more smoothly.
• Your laptop remains performant, even when you use multiple applications simultaneously.
• You work more efficiently, without your device losing speed.
• Longer battery life during AI-intensive tasks.

HP is playing strongly on this with its newest generation Business AI laptops. These are designed to work optimally with applications such as Microsoft Copilot and other AI tools that are increasingly finding their way into the workplace today.

CPU, GPU and NPU explained

To understand why an AI PC works differently to a traditional laptop, it’s important to know the three key components. We’ll list them out in the table below.

The NPU is THE component that distinguishes an AI PC from a traditional laptop. This chip has been specially developed to perform AI tasks quickly and energy-efficiently. By having these three components work together, a powerful AI laptop is created that is ready for the way we work today.

Why is the HP AI PC becoming increasingly important?

More and more organisations are using AI to help employees work more efficiently. AI assists with writing text, analysing data, summarising documents, and supporting daily tasks. This also means that the hardware employees work on is becoming increasingly important.

A traditional laptop can usually run these applications, but it wasn’t specifically designed for them. A HP AI PC, on the other hand, was.

Thanks to the built-in NPU, AI processes can run more efficiently, without constantly heavily loading the processor. This allows the device to remain more responsive and the battery to last longer.

Practical applications of the HP AI PC for businesses

The question that ultimately matters is simple: what tangible benefits does an AI PC offer today?

Smarter online meetings

Online meetings have become a daily occurrence for many organisations. An AI PC can perform various AI functions directly on the device:

• background blur;
• automatic speaker framing;
• live subtitling;
• live translations;
• eye contact correction during video calls.

This means that meetings run more professionally and naturally, without heavily taxing the system.

Work faster with AI assistants

AI assistants are helping employees with a variety of tasks today, such as:

• writing emails;
• Summarise documents;
• preparing presentations;
• Analyse information;
• Rewrite texts.

An AI PC processes these AI workloads more efficiently, making applications more responsive and enjoyable to use.

Support for creative teams

Marketing departments, designers and content creators also benefit from an AI PC. Image editing, video editing and generative AI tools are demanding ever-increasing amounts of computing power. Thanks to the combination of CPU, GPU and NPU, these applications can run more efficiently without users having to compromise on performance.

Working longer without recharging

One of the biggest advantages of an AI laptop is that AI tasks are processed much more efficiently. This means the battery lasts longer when you use AI functionalities. This is a big plus, especially for employees who are often on the go.

Future-proof

AI is evolving at a breathtaking pace. Software vendors are constantly adding new AI functionalities to their applications.

By choosing a HP AI PC today, you are investing in hardware that is ready for that evolution. This means staff won’t have to replace their devices again in a few years’ time because their laptops can no longer handle the latest AI features.

AI PCs form the foundation of the modern workplace

Just as cloud applications, video meetings, and hybrid working have gradually become the norm, AI will also find its permanent place within every organisation.

An AI PC is therefore much more than just a faster laptop. It is a device designed for the way we work today and tomorrow. For organisations wishing to prepare their staff for a future in which AI plays an increasingly significant role, a HP AI PC is a logical investment.

Wondering which HP AI PC is best suited to your organisation? Our experts would be happy to discuss this with you and guide you towards a solution that meets your needs.